GROUNDBREAKING Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

groundbreaking

adjective

Definition of groundbreaking

as in innovative

introducing new ideas or methods She was honored for her groundbreaking work in nuclear physics. a groundbreaking new book

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Recent Examples of groundbreaking On a bittersweet note, Lynne Marie Stewart, who played Miss Yvonne on the groundbreaking Saturday-morning TV show Pee Wee’s Playhouse, plays one of your pickleball friends in the film. — Sean Gregory, Time, 23 July 2026 Norman Lear's All in the Family was, and remains, one of television's most groundbreaking sitcoms. — Skyler Trepel, Entertainment Weekly, 12 July 2026 Donald Iwerks, son of Mickey Mouse co-creator Ub Iwerks, whose groundbreaking innovations transformed cinematic storytelling and immersive entertainment, died July 9. — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 11 July 2026 The formula uses a groundbreaking Vitamin-B3 complex that works over a period of time to help naturally rebalance your scalp for long-term relief. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for groundbreaking

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That has created a rare opportunity for indie devs who want to develop truly creative and innovative titles, many of which can and will become cornerstone franchises of the future.

— Jennifer Maas, Variety, 24 Aug. 2026
The Class of 2030 also makes history as the first incoming class to experience Dreamscape Learn, an immersive virtual reality learning platform that brings innovative, experiential learning into the classroom.

— Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of innovative

Adjective

Adding to the resort’s already extensive list of experiences—ranging from creative expression, fitness, and integrative wellbeing to outdoor adventure, yoga, and nourishment—are several new offerings.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2026
The illusion of molten steel was basically water and mineral oil mixed with a little powdered sugar; creative lighting and heaters placed below the cameras—plus a few CGI sparks in the background—did the rest.

— ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of creative

Adjective

The shop’s mascot, a rabbit, is named Lewis, after the original Lewis & Duncan grocery store that once inhabited the building.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 28 Aug. 2026
Historic Preservation Commission members voted Thursday to approve exterior changes to the mansion’s original design plan as the building, now more than a century old, undergoes restoration and renovation as part of a new residential development.

— Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of original

Adjective

There was nothing particularly novel about the show’s premise, but the scripts were refreshingly dense with jokes, prioritizing laughs over contrived drama or seasonlong relationship arcs.

— Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
Expect to discover many novel flavors of Brazil—butiá, cajú, cumaru—worked into the menu in unique ways.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of novel

Adjective

The midfielder is a clever front-foot defender, capable of an early tackle or interception to halt opposition momentum.

— Carl Anka, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Allowing commercial director Joe Pytka to continue that work in a feature film that saw Jordan playing basketball alongside the Looney Tunes characters was a clever extension of the campaign.

— Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of clever

Adjective

Using a microplane, grate some fresh Parmigiano Reggiano over the top of the salad.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026
Videos on social media published last week showed empty markets in Tehran and Karaj, with sellers complaining that their fresh produce is not being bought.

— Leila Gharagozlou, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026

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